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Turbot, Whole Fish Filleted

From £62.00 Per Fish

Turbot really is the 'King' of the sea, with a price tag to match its exalted status. It has a wonderful firm texture and a meaty taste, making it a favourite with top Chefs. They are the largest of the South West flatfish, fast growing, big and muscular! In terms of popularity, it is up there with lobster and Dover Sole and is the basis for some simply sensational seafood dishes. These fillets, are hand cut from one large whole fish weighing approximately 1.5 kg. A fish of this size will yield approximately 600g of fillet, depending on the time of year, or 500g if you prefer to have your fillet skinned. Each pack will work as a starter for possibly 6-8 and a main course for 4 people.

PLEASE NOTE:
The availability of all seafood at market can be impacted by many different factors – Seasonality, bad weather, tidal variations, which boats are landing, or even good old-fashioned fisherman’s luck… and in the current circumstances, unprecedented demand has further added to uncertainty.

Rest assured that we will make every effort to source this fresh product for your order, however, if we are unable to do so for any reason, we will replace it with a frozen alternative.

When fish happen to be plentiful at market, we try to buy a little extra which we expertly prepare and blast freeze, here on site, for just such an eventuality. The replacement should arrive with you frozen. Do not re-freeze seafood that has defrosted.

Landed daily to markets including Plymouth and Newlyn
Little is known about Turbot stocks and as such we recommend it is only eaten as an occassional treat
Good source of Omega 3 oils and packed with vitamins and minerals
These lovely thick fillets can be cooked whole or portioned into serving size - pan-frying works well and only takes a few minutes

Recipes & Cooking

We source a lovely large fish and therefore the fillets cut from them are agreeably thick. Turbot is a beautifully firm, meaty fish which is extremely versatile, lending itself well to pan-frying, grilling, poaching and steaming. It works well with light sauces, so the Turbot remains the star of the show, like a veloute or hollandaise.

Watch Guest Chef Jonny prepare Gnocchi Turbot dish here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmPlxchuOdY&t=278s

Health & Nutrition

Turbot is a low fat source of protein and a good source of Omega 3 oils. It is also loaded with Vitamins including B3 and B12, and minerals including magnesium, selenium and phosphorus. These assist in the functions of immune system, maintenance of strong teeth, bones and supports metabolism.

Sustainability & Provenance

More information is required about this highly valued fish before we can be certain that current levels are sustainable, which is why it is not currently in the Cornwall Good Seafood Guide. We only recommend it as an occasional treat, and a great alternative that definitely is sustainable, is Brill. Read more

Customer reviews

A Great Experience

We just wanted to let you know how impressed we were with the total experience regarding our recent order last week. Easy to use website and ordering process Communication on order and delivery Communication by delivery company re date and time of delivery and promptness The environmentally friendly packaging Quality, freshness and taste of the fish We really enjoyed it and we will be ordering again soon Thank you so much!

Jonathan, Buckinghamshire

The Best Lobsters

As ever, everything arrived OK thanks and we’ve just eaten the lobsters (a Valentine’s treat for my wife – oh all right, for me too!). The substitution of Turbot in place of the Brill I ordered, which was unavailable, was fine and much appreciated. Thanks for that. Finally, as I’ve said before, your new packaging is a huge improvement and makes the whole process much easier at the receiving end. I keep mentioning FFT to family and friends so I hope you get some more sales from them.

Roger Sugden, Surrey

Lobster & Turbot

Thank you so much for the superb Lobster and Turbot that arrived in perfect condition and made a celebration lunch very special indeed - and the fish soup gift you popped into the box was a nice surprise

Guelda Waller, Norfolk

We are currently offering FREE weekday delivery, with a minimum order value of £35.
We use DPD for all our deliveries who provide a 'Next Day' service for us. During busy periods, please be patient with DPD delivery drivers
Saturday delivery is £10 (for all orders under £100. For orders over £100, delivery is free)
Please note, delivery charges may change due to weekly / monthly promotions

Which courier do you use to deliver?

We work with DPD UK who provide us and our customers with a fantastic service.

How much weight do Live Lobsters lose when cooked?

The Lobster weight listed on our shop are 'live' weight. All Lobsters lose a small amount of weight once cooked. The general guideline would be:
10-15% loss for a Cooked Lobster
15-20% loss for a Cooked, Split and Cleaned Lobster

What to expect when you purchase a Lobster

Delicious White Meat - this can be found in the tail and claws of the Lobster
Tomalley - this is the soft green, red or black substance which is found in the body cavity of Lobsters that fulfills the function of both the liver and pancreas.
It is perfectly safe to eat and is often considered a delicacy. It may be eaten alone or used in sauces for flavour and as a natural thickening agent.

How soon can you deliver?

Normally this is within 48 hours (taking into account that we deliver Tuesday to Saturday). This allows us time to source, prepare, dispatch and deliver your order to you.

For example, if you place an order Monday, we can deliver Wednesday. Place an order on Friday, we can deliver on Tuesday.

However, please note that during busy periods this may be a longer leadtime.

What to expect when you order a Live Lobster

When you receive your lobster, remove it from the protective packaging that it has travelled in. Place the lobster on a tray, cover it with a damp cloth or tea-towel and put the tray into the refrigerator until you are ready to cook it. At 4oC, or below, a lobster will drift into a hibernative state. We would recommend cooking your lobsters within 24hrs of receipt

What to expect when you order a cooked Lobster

White Meat can be found in the tail and claws of the Lobster. In some female lobsters you may find Tomalley - this is the soft, dark green or red substance which is found in the body cavity of Lobsters, that fulfils the function of both the liver and pancreas. It is perfectly safe to eat and is often considered a delicacy. It may be eaten alone or used in sauces for flavour and as a natural thickening agent.

What to expect when you buy Live Mussels

Our mussels arrive with you live. To store them, leave them in the net that they arrive in. Twist the net so that any slack is taken up and place them in a bowl. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or tea-towel and place it in the refrigerator until you are ready to prepare them. We would recommend using the mussels within 24-36hrs of receipt. NOT suitable for home freezing unless you cook them first

What to expect when you purchase Oysters

To store your oysters once they arrive, remove them from all packaging and place them on a tray, or plate. Make sure you place them cupped-side down, with the ‘flat’ side uppermost. Cover them with a damp cloth or tea-towel and place them in the refrigerator until you are ready to eat them. We would recommend eating the oysters within 24-36hrs of receipt. NOT suitable for home freezing unless you cook them first

What to expect when you purchase Crab Meat

We only sell fresh hand-picked Cornish crab meat and whilst the pickers are experts, they are not infallible. Please be aware that occasionally a small piece of shell may get left in the pot with the meat.

Can I amend or add to my existing order?

Please call one of the Team on 01208 262202 and we will assist you with this.

Will Fresh Fish Always Be Available?

Rest assured that we will make every effort to source fresh product for your order, however, if we are unable to do so for any reason, we will replace it with a frozen alternative.

The availability of all seafood at market can be impacted by many different factors – Seasonality, bad weather, tidal variations, which boats are landing, or even good old-fashioned fisherman’s luck… and in the current circumstances, unprecedented demand has further added to uncertainty.When fish happen to be plentiful at market, we try to buy a little extra which we expertly prepare and blast freeze, here on site, for just such an eventuality. The replacement should arrive with you frozen. Do not re-freeze seafood that has defrosted.

Unlike many of our competitors, we will NEVER send you frozen, or previously-frozen, lobsters. ALL our lobsters are cooked fresh to order on the premises. This allows for them to be frozen on receipt, should you wish to consume them at a later date